Cheap Homes for Rent in Main Gate Neighborhood of Tucson, AZ from $600 (20 Rentals)

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Main Gate, Tucson, AZ Local Guide

Cheapest Available Main Gate Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Main Gate area of Tucson, AZ is a 1 Bed unit found at Union on Santa Rita priced from $650. Sahara has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable Main Gate apartments for rent in Tucson, AZ:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union on Santa RitaSteps from University of Arizona - Shared 1x1 A...1BR,1BA$650
SaharaStudio 340BStudio,1BA$699
University ManorFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$849
One North FifthStudio LoftStudio,1BA$890
University Lee Apartments1Br/1Ba w/ AC1BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Main Gate, AZ

As of August 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Main Gate area is the $0.45 price per square foot The U at Park- Just blocks from the UofA - 1 mo... Model at The U at Park in the in the Central Tucson neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Main Gate apartment is the 1 Bed 1.5 Bath B Model at McCormick starting at $2,115 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the South Tucson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Main Gate apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The U at ParkThe U at Park- Just blocks from the UofA - 1 mo...2BR,2BA$0.45
McCormick1 Bed 1.5 Bath B1BR,1.5BA$1.85
University Gardens Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.89
Sonoran On 9th2 BEDROOM NEAR UNIVERSITY-PRELEASING FOR 2025!!!2BR,1BA$1.83
San Carlos1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.63
7th Avenue LoftsOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1.59
2001-2009 E 7th street4261BR,1BA$1.85
1150 N 7th Ave, Unit 12021150 N 7th Ave1BR,1BA$1.92
Union on Santa RitaSteps from University of Arizona - Shared 1x1 A...1BR,1BA$1.08
University Lee Apartments1Br/1Ba w/ AC1BR,1BA$1.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Main Gate

What type of rentals are currently available in Main Gate?

There are currently 340 Apartments for Rent in Main Gate, AZ with pricing that ranges from $440 to $4,400. There are also 72 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Main Gate ranging from $695 to $3,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Main Gate?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Main Gate ranges from $695 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,713.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Main Gate?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Main Gate range from $589 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,799 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $625.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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